Stewart's body was found in his home on May 1, 2008, after he had not been heard from for several days. He had been beaten, stabbed multiple times and suffocated with a plastic bag, according to investigators.

Authorities say Leppert and Lowry robbed the older man and then stole his truck. The two were reportedly living in the woods behind his house.

Melrose is a small unincorporated community which is located where the corners of Putnam, Alachua, Marion and Clay counties meet.

InSession (formerly CourtTV) is scheduled to cover the session, according to courthouse officials.